The OGS Resource Library
Access our growing collection of useful farming & gardening resources created by our knowledgable presenters & staff.
Successful Urban Permaculture Patterns and Strategies
Zev Friedman • 2016
Explore practical urban permaculture strategies to create sustainable, resilient city spaces. Learn how to implement cooperative systems, maximize green space, and adopt eco-friendly practices for thriving urban environments.
A Forest Gardener and Farmer’s Year
Zev Friedman • 2016
Friedman lists the seasonal tasks for a forest gardener and farmer in this month-by-month guide—from harvesting, planting, crafting, and sustainable practices to maintaining a productive forest garden year-round.
Storage Requirements of Selected Fruits and Vegetables
Rod Bowling (taught by) • 2016
Learn how to build and use a root cellar to store fruits and vegetables naturally. This guide covers ideal storage conditions for various produce types, helping you preserve your harvest year-round.
Organic-Approved Pesticides - Minimizing Risks to Bees
Eric Mader and Nancy Lee Adamson • 2012
Protect pollinators while using organic-approved pesticides. This guide offers insights on selecting and applying the least harmful pesticides to minimize risks to bees and other beneficial insects in your organic farm.
The Principles of Permaculture by Bill Mollison and David Holmgren
Patricia Allison (taught by) • 2017
Explore Bill Mollison and David Holmgren's foundational principles of permaculture. Learn how to apply sustainable design methods to create self-sufficient systems harmonizing with nature and promoting long-term ecological health.
Spring and Summer Hoophouses
Pam Dawling • 2017
Maximize the productivity of a hoophouse during spring and summer with this guide. Find out more about techniques for improving airflow, managing heat, growing warm-weather crops, and utilizing crop rotation for optimal yield
Poisonous Plants to Livestock
D. L. Ace, L. J. Hutchinson, W. Haenlein, J-M. Luginbuhl • 2012
Learn how to identify poisonous plants that pose a risk to livestock. This guide provides information on common toxic plants, symptoms of poisoning, and prevention methods to keep animals safe.
Seasonal Tonics
Patricia Kyritsi Howell, RH (AHG) • 2020
Make nourishing seasonal tonic recipes using herbs and natural ingredients to boost your health. Create drinks, soups, and herbal blends like golden milk and artichoke bitters to support wellness throughout the year.
Farmland Rental Assessment Checklist
Suzanna Denison, University of Vermont Extension • 2016
Use this comprehensive farmland rental assessment checklist to evaluate potential farm properties for lease. Learn key factors like soil quality, infrastructure, water resources, and access to make informed decisions before renting farmland.
Regional-Scale Permaculture: Forming a WNC Mutual Aid Society (& Mutual Aid Society Network)
Zev Friedman • 2019
Permaculture principles can be applied at a societal scale through Mutual Aid Societies. Learn how communities can collaborate to address ecological, economic, and social challenges for sustainable living and mutual support.
Permaculture Land Assessment
Luke Costlow • 2020
Conduct a permaculture land assessment with this guide. Explore essential techniques for analyzing your land's natural characteristics, water flow, soil health, and more to create a sustainable and productive permaculture system.
Growing Shiitake at Home
Sheila Dunn
Learn how to grow shiitake and other mushrooms at home with this comprehensive guide. Discover the best wood types, inoculation techniques, and tips for maintaining your mushroom garden for a successful harvest.
What About Earthworms?
Mary Ann Smith
Discover the many benefits of using worm castings in your garden. Learn how this natural fertilizer improves soil health, retains moisture, boosts plant growth, and reduces soil density for thriving flowers and vegetables.
Relatively Low-Cost, Easy "Fixes" to Decrease Gastrointestinal Parasite Loads on the Farm
Jean-Marie Luginbuhl • 2013
Find effective, low-cost strategies to reduce gastrointestinal parasites in goats and sheep. Learn practical fixes like pasture management, fencing off wet areas, and mixed-species grazing to improve animal health on your farm.
Herbal Extractions and Preparations
Moonflower Herbals
Explore various herbal extraction methods and preparations, including tinctures, infusions, decoctions, and more in this comprehensive guide. Learn how to create potent natural remedies using alcohol, water, vinegar, and oils to harness the healing properties of plants.
The Seed Garden: Planning for Seed Saving and Lots of Vegetables
Pam Dawling • 2020
Pam Dawling, author of Sustainable Market Farming and The Year-Round Hoophouse, provides a comprehensive guide to seed saving. Learn more about growing seed crops alongside vegetable production, managing population size and isolation distances, and selecting "mother plants" for seed collection. It also discusses the processes of saving wet and dry seeds, using hoop houses for seed crops, and proper seed storage techniques.
Sustainable Farming Practices
Pam Dawling • 2019
Pam Dawling, author of Sustainable Market Farming and The Year-Round Hoophouse, outlines sustainable farming practices, focusing on crop planning, soil health, and year-round production. This resource emphasizes the importance of proper planning, including crop rotations and field mapping, to enhance soil fertility. Dawling also covers strategies for composting, managing pests, and extending the growing season for better efficiency in sustainable vegetable production.
Growing Sweet Potatoes from Start to Finish
Pam Dawling • 2016
Pam Dawling’s guide on growing sweet potatoes covers everything from starting slips and planting to harvesting and storing your crop. With detailed insights on timing, soil requirements, and slip production methods, this comprehensive guide ensures successful sweet potato cultivation for gardeners and farmers alike.
Growing Cut Flowers
Annie Louise Perkinson
Annie of Flying Cloud Farm provides a detailed guide for growing cut flowers, including crop varieties, planting schedules, and care instructions for optimal flower production.
A List of Actions Requested by Frontlines Farmers That We Can Do NOW
Soul Fire Farm Institute Inc. • 2020
Soul Fire Farm outlines and provides actionable steps for supporting racial justice in the food and farming systems. Their resource highlights the need for anti-racism training, advocacy for labor rights, and support for BIPOC-led initiatives to create a more equitable and just food system.